Self-portraiture has the same enduring quality as art itself. Since the invention of the film camera in 1885, humans have been captivated by the allure of their own tangible image.
Check your tresses, locate your light and strike a pose: June 21 is National Selfie Day. Time to discover the ideal angle, experiment with that new filter, and refresh your social media! If you’re in a good mood, donning a new favourite outfit, or even if you’re just bored, it’s time to grab your phone and declare, “But first, let me take a selfie.”
Self-portraiture has the same enduring quality as art itself. Since the invention of the film camera in 1885, humans have been captivated by the allure of their own tangible image. The introduction of digital photography into the mainstream increased the popularity of self-portraiture from the 1990s to the early 2000s, as the instantaneous nature of image development made digital photography more affordable and accessible than film photography. In 2005, when the camera phone, digital cameras, and social media all converged, “selfie” was no longer merely a new word, but a global phenomenon.
Robert Cornelius, an American chemist and photography’s founder, is widely attributed with taking the first selfie. In 1839, Cornelius sat still for 10 to 15 minutes to create the first intentional self portrait using the daguerreotype technique. Since the invention of photography 181 years ago, numerous artists have established and redefined the genre of self-portraiture. Following the origins of the modern selfie is an epic journey through world history, from lesser-known but incredibly talented artists such as Vivian Maier to pop culture titans like Andy Warhol.
With the introduction of the first mobile phone camera in the early 2000s, photography and, by extension, the selfie became widely available to the general public. Since then, the selfie has swiftly evolved into both a casual mode of communication and an art form. Selfies have helped establish careers in fields ranging from art and entertainment to marketing and business.
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Whether for personal use or to share with a large number of followers, taking selfies is an enjoyable way to experiment with self-expression. Find your light, remember to slightly elevate your chin, and snap away!
You can do a photoshoot by yourself or with family and colleagues. Search online for do-it-yourself backdrop ideas, gather your favourite attire, play some music, and strike a pose.
Find one or more novel selfie-friendly locations outside of your usual routine. Many public spaces, including libraries, hotels, and restaurants, have updated their interiors with the selfie culture in mind, providing ingenious and, at times, breathtaking backdrops for your photographs. Discover what your neighbourhood has to offer by exploring it.
The majority of social media users prefer “posies” to selfies. A “posy” is a photograph taken by another individual.
During the earliest years of photography, the first portrait took roughly 10 minutes to create.
The preponderance of images on social media are not selfies, but rather images of landmarks, food, and social gatherings.
“Selfie” was the word of the year in 2013.
Selfies, and more particularly selfie sticks, are prohibited in a number of popular tourist destinations, including Disneyland parks, specific music festivals, and museums.
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | June 21 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | June 21 | Friday |
| 2025 | June 21 | Saturday |
| 2026 | June 21 | Sunday |
| 2027 | June 21 | Monday |
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